Maintenance Mechanic

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer challenging assignments and total rewards in countries around the world. When we say infinite possibilities, we mean it. Apply now and join a community that improves people’s lives, the planet and our company’s performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day.

Position Title                                                                         Pay Rate

Maintenance Technician                                                        $21.76/hr    

Sign on Bonus                                                                      Retention Bonus

$500 after 30 days                                                                  $500 after 1 year

$500 after 6 months                                                                Additional lump sum after 2 years

Category/Shift:

Hourly fulltime: 1st, 2nd or 3rd Shift; Monday thru Friday & occasional Saturday or Sunday work as required by business needs; must be able to work any shift

Physical Location:

El Paso Container

9301 Billy the Kid Street

El Paso, TX  79907

915-860-4122

The Job You Will Perform:

• Responsible for maintaining all corrugator, converting, and packaging equipment to minimize downtime
• Responsible for diagnosing, repairing, replacing and installing mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems for all plant equipment.  Including equipment routine maintenance, preventative maintenance, lubrication, trouble-shooting, repairing, upgrading, welding, fabricating, and possible installations.
• Be able to dismantle equipment to gain access to defective parts
• Interface with shift supervision to coordinate safe repairs to equipment and ensure that equipment is returned to operations in a safe, clean, working condition
• Safe operation of hand tools
• Responsible for completing all paperwork assigned and coordinating with Supervisor to ensure data is correct and recorded
• Some working at heights will be required
• Other duties as assigned by supervision

The Skills You Will Bring:

• High school diploma (or equivalent GED or work experience)
• Ability to work safely on every task
• Ability to speak, understand and read English
• Ability to work any shift including call-ins, holidays, and overtime – some 12 hours shifts required to meet customer demands.
• Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
• A minimum of one year of mechanical troubleshooting and repair experience in a manufacturing facility
• A record of good attendance and quality of work
• Strong knowledgeable of lubrication, hydraulics, pneumatics, rotating equipment
• Excellent teamwork, cooperation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to follow work instructions and collaborate with peers, supervisors and production supervisors
• Must be computer literate in systems for maintenance processes, storeroom and work orders
• Welding skills and experience are a plus
• Forklift driving skills are a plus
• Maintenance experience in corrugated manufacturing is a plus
• Must provide own tools

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

• Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays
• Retirement, pension, and 401k Matching Program
• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Leadership training
• Promotional opportunities

The Career You Will Build:

• A safe, rewarding career with the largest paper manufacturer in the US
• High-speed manufacturing maintenance & repair skills
• Computer systems knowledge and navigation skills
• Subject matter expertise on a variety of manufacturing equipment and auxiliary equipment
• Preventative maintenance techniques to increase productivity

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you will see why our team members say they are Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.
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